thrive

crescere rigogliosamente, svilupparsi

Crescere forte e sano oppure svilupparsi bene in condizioni favorevoli.

In inglese semplice: To grow strongly and stay healthy, or develop well in good conditions.

• The plants thrive in this soil.
• Her baby has thrived since coming home.
• These animals thrive when they have space to move.

Come si usa: thrive in something (These flowers thrive in warm weather.); thrive on something (The children thrive on regular attention.)

Sinonimi: flourish

Contrari: wither, decline

Espressioni comuni: thrive in something, thrive on something, plants thrive

prosperare

Avere sempre più successo o ricchezza.

In inglese semplice: To become more successful or wealthy.

• His business began to thrive.
• Local shops thrived during the festival.
• Can a small company thrive in such a crowded market?

Come si usa: thrive in something (Small businesses can thrive in this market.); thrive on something (Her company thrives on competition.)

Sinonimi: prosper, flourish

Contrari: fail, decline

Espressioni comuni: businesses thrive, thrive in something, thrive on competition